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Teachers under pressure

Latrobe Valley teaching staff remain on edge, amid ongoing confusion surrounding the State Government's intentions to introduce stricter performance pay and review guidelines.

Shop ’til you virtually drop

CHURCHILL'S John Cecotti has created a virtual mall to redefine the way people shop online.

Distance no longer a deterrent to education

A Technology Enabled Learning Centre was officially launched at GippsTAFE Morwell today as part of a $5 million commitment to improve regional education.

NBN uncertainty

Progress on the rollout of high speed broadband to Traralgon households continues to remain unclear, with construction progress data removed from the National Broadband Network rollout website.

Shop here, shop local

In support of local business and the future viability of the Latrobe Valley, The Express has today launched its 'Buy Local - Shop Latrobe' campaign, where we encourage residents to rediscover the advantages of shopping in their own backyard.

Mental ward strain

A confidential report detailing day-to-day operations at Latrobe Regional Hospital’s acute care units has given rare insight into a mental health system under pressure.

Probing bioenergy’s potential 

With the Latrobe Valley surrounded by wood plantations, journalist Louis Nelson looks at the potential role bioenergy could play in a diversified future.

Mayoral candidates yet to emerge

A week out from this year's mayoral election, Latrobe City councillors are keeping their cards close to their chest.

Frocks aplenty

A FLOCK of frocks and fascinators converged on Traralgon's Glenview Park for Ladies' Day on Saturday, where about 2300 patrons turned out for a stellar spring season opener.

UPDATE: Man stable after highway crash

A man in his 20s was in a serious but stable condition at the Alfred Hospital at the weekend after being freed from a wreck following a two-car collision at Flynn on Thursday.

Near-miss in Hazelwood boiler

Two workers  almost struck with a large scaffolding pole at Hazelwood Power Station last week.

Accident victims flown to Alfred

UPDATE: Two people have been flown to the Alfred Hospital after being freed from a car wreck on the Princes Highway at Flynns Creek this morning. 

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